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RJ59 VLP

2010 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

301,826 mi
Last recorded301,826 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2023
Typical for 2010 Skoda Octavia91,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ59 VLP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Oct 2023 301,826 miles

Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing purple rag stuffed in filler neck (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory indirect vision device insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 281,287 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2022 281,276 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 257,436 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 232,996 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2016 136,172 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 132,158 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 128,172 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 120,459 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 112,801 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 112,801 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 101,023 miles

brake pad warning light illuminated

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?

Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
8,620
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
338,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81,688
Registration plate lamp not working 38,058
position lamp(s) not working 31,953
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31,729
Direction indicator incorrect colour 28,575
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RJ59 VLP is a 2010 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2010 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 91,214 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJ59 VLP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 16 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RJ59 VLP registered?

RJ59 VLP is a 2010 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 January 2010.

Is RJ59 VLP safe to buy?

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